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June 7, 2015
At home, we have
bottles in the toilet tanks, flow restrictors on
the shower, and dying plants in the yard. I
really miss my long showers.
When man lives in
close obedient fellowship with God, He blesses
us with rain, to give grain and grass, feed for
people and cattle, which demonstrates God's pleasure
with His people (Deuteronomy 11:14,15). When
rain is withheld, it is a sign of God's power.
He is reminding us that He is the creator and
sustainer of life, that we owe all our sustenance to
Him. God's word tells us that drought
is often a time of God's judgment and a call to
repentance - turning back to Him (Deuteronomy
11:16,17).
Is God judging
California for her sins? Certainly there are a
great number of sins to be considered. But,
Divine wrath and judgment? I have no idea.
However, is God calling us to repentance and
greater trust in Him? Certainly, this is always
true. In my mind, the drought is a further
reminder of my need to turn to God in faithful trust
and commitment.
Beyond the dryness
of this coming summer, there is a drought which is
more personal. This dryness is the drought of
the soul. There are times when I feel barren,
empty, deserted. Within, there is no life, no
energy to carry me through the day. This is a
drought of depression, listlessness, and loneliness.
Jesus said, "He
who believes in Me shall never thirst" and,
"from his innermost being shall flow rivers of
living water" (John 6:35; 7:38). In a desert
these words of Jesus may seem more like a mirage than
an oasis. But, they are true. They are a
legitimate offer which He alone can fulfill.
When we experience a drought
in our soul it is time to be reminded
of our dependence on God and to turn to Him for what
only He can provide.